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2008 Olympics: Archive
A collection of Olympics reports by KQED Radio productions, including KQED Radio News, The California Report and Forum. Reports are listed in reverse chronological order.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 6:00 PM
Torch Relay Update
As the Olympic torch left San Francisco for Argentina, Mayor Gavin Newsom expressed regret that the route of the relay had to be changed.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 5:30 PM
Torch Relay Update
Reporter K. Oanh Ha caught up with the torch after it was redirected. She provides us with a picture of what the unexpected route looked like, and also what happened once the torch made it back to the waterfront where protesters had re-converged.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 5:00 PM
Torch Relay Update
We spoke to a disappointed spectator who was likely unable to catch a glimpse of the Olympic torch because it was rerouted.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 4:30 PM
Torch Relay Update
We spoke with torchbearers Majora Carter, who was removed from the relay after she unfurled a Tibetan flag, and ultra-marathon runner Dean Karnazes as he was whisked away to an undisclosed location for the closing ceremony.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 4:00 PM
Torch Relay Update
It's been a day of surprises as police try to stay ahead of protesters.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 2:00 PM
Torch Relay Update
The relay route changes course, and reporter K. Oanh Ha reports on demonstrations at the Embarcadero.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 1:00 PM
Torch Relay Update
Scott Shafer describes the scene as the relay is about the begin.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 12:00 PM
Torch Relay Update
Scott Shafer reports from McCovey Cove leading up to the opening ceremonies.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 11:00 AM
Torch Relay Update
Several torchbearers have decided to drop out of today's run following violent protests in both London and Paris. But ultra-marathon star Dean Karnazes says he's not worried and thinks San Francisco has taken the proper precautions.
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KQED Radio News | Wed, Apr 9 2008, 8:33 AM
Tibetan Supporters Rally in San Francisco
Thousands of people protesting the Chinese government are expected to gather in San Francisco today, as the Olympic torch makes its only appearance in North America. Among the most vocal are supporters of a free Tibet. Yesterday, hundreds of Tibetan supporters rallied throughout the city to celebrate their own torch.
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